As global demand for technical textiles continues to rise, India is emerging as a hub for innovation and growth in this sector. Recognizing the immense potential of this evolving market, Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India has announced a landmark collaboration with the Austrian Fibers Institute.
The Ministry of Textiles, in collaboration with the Synthetic & Art Silk Mills’ Research Association (SASMIRA), has inaugurated the Climate Smart Agro-Textile Demonstration Centre. The centre, spanning 15,000 sq. metres, was launched in the presence of C.R. Patil, Minister of Jal Shakti, to promote sustainable and innovative farming solutions through agro-textiles.
The Mission Director of the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) Ashok Kumar Malhotra, has announced a significant 6.2% increase in India’s exports of specialized technical textile products. Between April and November this year, exports reached US$ 342 million, compared to US$ 275 million during the same period last year. Speaking on the current landscape, Malhotra